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This work is a comprehensive study of Jonathan Edwards, who is
increasingly recognised as one of the most interesting and
significant theologians, not only of America but also of the world.
A collection of cutting-edge essays examining key themes in
contemporary Christology. Understanding the person of Christ
affects our understanding of all Christian theology. All ten
contributors to this volume share a commitment to the orthodox
theological tradition in Christology as expressed in the creedal
heritage of the Christian church, and seek to explicate the
continuing coherence and importance of that theological tradition.
The book's ten essays cover such topics as prolegomena to
Christology, the incarnation, the person and nature of Christ, the
communicatio idiomatum, the baptism of Christ, the redemptive work
of Christ, the ascended Christ, and New Testament Christology, and
offers critical engagements with such diverse theologians as John
Calvin, Charles Williams and John Zizioulas. The contributors, all
leading academics, include: John Webster, Richard Burridge, Robert
Jenson, Stephen Holmes, Douglas Farrow, Brian Horne, ...
Christian Theology: The Classics is a vibrant introduction to the
most important works of theology in the history of Christian
thought. Exploring writings from the origins of Christianity to the
present day, it examines some of the most influential theologians
of all time, considering the context in which they were writing and
the lasting significance of their work. Covering thirty-one
theological classics such as: * Augustine of Hippo, On the Trinity
* Martin Luther, Commentary on Galatians * John Calvin, The
Institutes of The Christian Religion * Jonathan Edwards, Religious
Affections * St Thomas Aquinas, Summa Theologiae With a glossary
and outlines of the key criticisms of each text, this book is the
perfect starting point for anyone interested in Theology and the
history of Christian thought.
Unique among most debates on homosexuality, this book presents a
constructive dialogue between people who disagree on significant
ethical and theological matters, and yet maintain a respectful and
humanizing posture toward one another. Few topics are more divisive
today than homosexuality. Two Views on Homosexuality, the Bible,
and the Church brings a fresh perspective to a well-worn debate.
While Christian debates about homosexuality are most often
dominated by biblical exegesis, this book seeks to give much-needed
attention to the rich history of received Christian tradition,
bringing the Bible into conversation with historical and systematic
theology. To that end, both theologians and biblical scholars--well
accomplished in their fields and conversant in issues of sexuality
and gender--articulate and defend each of the two views: Affirming
- represented by William Loader and Megan K. DeFranza Traditional -
represented by Wesley Hill and Stephen R. Holmes The main essays
are followed by insightful responses that interact with their
fellow essayists with civility. Holding to a high view of
Scripture, a commitment to the gospel and the church, and a love
for people--especially those most affected by this topic--the
contributors wrestle deeply with the Bible and theology, especially
the prohibition texts, the role of procreation, gender
complementarity, and pastoral accommodation. The book concludes
with reflections from general editor Preston Sprinkle on the future
of discussions on faith and sexuality. The Counterpoints series
presents a comparison and critique of scholarly views on topics
important to Christians that are both fair-minded and respectful of
the biblical text. Each volume is a one-stop reference that allows
readers to evaluate the different positions on a specific issue and
form their own, educated opinion.
Christian Theology: The Classics is a vibrant introduction to the
most important works of theology in the history of Christian
thought. Exploring writings from the origins of Christianity to the
present day, it examines some of the most influential theologians
of all time, considering the context in which they were writing and
the lasting significance of their work. Covering thirty-one
theological classics such as: * Augustine of Hippo, On the Trinity
* Martin Luther, Commentary on Galatians * John Calvin, The
Institutes of The Christian Religion * Jonathan Edwards, Religious
Affections * St Thomas Aquinas, Summa Theologiae With a glossary
and outlines of the key criticisms of each text, this book is the
perfect starting point for anyone interested in Theology and the
history of Christian thought.
Fully revised second edition of an established reference work
In this book, Stephen Holmes explores the historical development
and the key concepts of doing theology in the Baptist tradition.
This book considers the distinctive ideas and expressions of
Christian faith to be found in the historic Baptist churches. An
outline of the history of the Baptist movement will be offered,
from its British beginnings in Amsterdam in 1609, through its
varied developments in Britain, Europe and North America, to its
worldwide presence and diversity today, and its relationship to
many other churches with apparently-similar practices (Pentecostal
and 'new' churches, e.g.). Holmes draws the various threads
together, noting the real diversities in the history of Baptist
theology, but suggesting that in a vision of the present and urgent
Lordship of Christ experienced in the local congregation, there is
a thread that links most of these distinctives. "Doing Theology"
introduces the major Christian traditions and their way of
theological reflection. The volumes focus on the origins of a
particular theological tradition, its foundations, key concepts,
eminent thinkers and historical development. The series is aimed at
readers who want to learn more about their own theological heritage
and identity: theology undergraduates, students in ministerial
training and church study groups.
In this book, Stephen Holmes explores the historical development
and the key concepts of doing theology in the Baptist tradition.
This book considers the distinctive ideas and expressions of
Christian faith to be found in the historic Baptist churches. An
outline of the history of the Baptist movement will be offered,
from its British beginnings in Amsterdam in 1609, through its
varied developments in Britain, Europe and North America, to its
worldwide presence and diversity today, and its relationship to
many other churches with apparently-similar practices (Pentecostal
and 'new' churches, e.g.). Holmes draws the various threads
together, noting the real diversities in the history of Baptist
theology, but suggesting that in a vision of the present and urgent
Lordship of Christ experienced in the local congregation, there is
a thread that links most of these distinctives. "Doing Theology"
introduces the major Christian traditions and their way of
theological reflection. The volumes focus on the origins of a
particular theological tradition, its foundations, key concepts,
eminent thinkers and historical development. The series is aimed at
readers who want to learn more about their own theological heritage
and identity: theology undergraduates, students in ministerial
training and church study groups.
Synopsis: This is a series of books which have a common theme: the
understanding of Christ, and therefore the revelation of God, in
the work of C. S. Lewis. These books are a systematic study of
Lewis's theology, Christology and doctrine of revelation; as such
they draw on his life and work. They are written for academics and
students, but also, crucially, for those people, ordinary
Christians, without a theology degree who enjoy and gain sustenance
from reading Lewis's work. Endorsements: "The importance of C. S.
Lewis as an apologist for 'mere Christianity' remains undiminished
nearly fifty years after his death. The intensification of
questions about the uniqueness of Jesus Christ and the significance
of his life and work has if anything made him more important. Paul
Brazier has done the church and the academy a great service in this
. . . serious and accessible study of Lewis." --The Very Rev. Dr.
Justyn Terry Dean, President, and Associate Professor of Systematic
Theology Trinity School for Ministry, Ambridge, Pennsylvania
"Comments and publications on C. S. Lewis have become increasingly
sterile since his death in 1963--mere footnotes to the champion of
'mere Christianity.' So what a joy it is to find, as we do in this
first volume of Paul Brazier's painstaking study of Lewis's
thought, a genuine work of scholarship that is not only worthy of
the great man but also provides for us what Lewis never did
himself: a systematic philosophical theology of his religious
method and beliefs." --Dr. Andrew Walker Emeritus Professor of
Theology, Religion & Culture King's College, University of
London "C. S. Lewis's writings reflect a profound and coherent
theological vision. This series is the most ambitious systematic
account ever offered of this vision, and will help raise Lewis
scholarship to a new level." --Dr. Judith Wolfe Supernumerary
Teaching Fellow in Theology St. John's College, University of
Oxford "Paul Brazier's new book performs two functions: it reveals
the strength and depth of C. S. Lewis's contribution to modern
Christianity, and it demonstrates the desirability of the art of
apologetics in the contemporary world. As always, the writing is
clear and direct, and the author has the ability to convey complex
ideas and information to the non-specialist reader without
surrendering any intellectual rigor." --Dr. Brian Horne Retired
Lecturer in Systematic Theology King's College, University of
London "Serious investigations into the theology of C. S. Lewis
have been long in coming. . . . T]he fact that Lewis was not a
professional theologian has led to him being overlooked by those
who were most able to engage critically and creatively with his
writings. Fortunately . . . a new generation of scholars has taken
up the task. Paul Brazier's latest contribution to this is a most
welcomed accomplishment that will leave an indelible impression on
our understanding of-and appreciation for-Lewis' remarkable
theological contributions." --Dr. Grayson Carter Associate
Professor of Church History Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena,
California Editor of Sehnsucht: The C. S. Lewis Journal "In this
rigorous and searching study of the theology of C. S. Lewis, Paul
Brazier locates Lewis within the wider context of theological
scholarship and shows him to be a theologian to be reckoned with in
his own right, rather than simply a popularizer of Christian faith.
This most welcome volume in a proposed three-volume series will
surely prove invaluable in the assessment of Lewis's legacy." --Dr.
Murray Rae Professor and Head of the Department of Theology and
Religion University of Otago, New Zealand Author Biography: P. H
Brazier is an independent theologian and scholar living in London,
UK. He is the author of Barth and Dostoevsky (2008), and editor of
the late Colin E. Gunton's The Barth Lectures (2007) and Revelation
and Reason (2009).
Taking the late twentieth-century revival of the doctrine of the
Trinity as a context, this book examines the development of that
doctrine from the biblical text to the present day. The book traces
and evaluates the exegetical and philosophical debates that led to
the settling of the ecumenical doctrine of the Trinity in the
fourth century, and then explores how this doctrine was developed,
questioned and received through history.
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